2021 Yoga Therapy Initiative Trends

Yoga Therapy Initiative 2021 Trends TREND 1: EMERGENCE OF YOGA THERAPY AS HOLISTIC AND HEALING WELLNESS MODALITY The global crisis, along with the necessity for individuals to sustain their physical and mental wellbeing, has driven increased recognition of the health benefits of yoga. Yoga is at the forefront of the new wellness surge and is rising in popularity and positioning in the public consciousness. As…

Yoga Therapy Initiative Trends for 2022

Yoga Therapy Initiative 2022 Trends TREND 1: Yoga Industry Continues Exponential Growth Over the past decade—and most especially, the past two years—there has been an explosion in the growth of yoga, driven by the changing needs of individuals of all ages living in a sedentary and often socially isolated world. Widespread popularity and growing public mindshare have helped accelerate yoga’s growth trajectory in recent years…

Stress Reduction Breathing Exercise

Stress Reduction Breathing Exercise “Stress Management: The Power of the Breath” – taught by Gary Kraftsow, founder of the American Viniyoga Institute and member of the GWI Yoga Therapy Initiative The following 30-minute practice uses the integration of breath and movement and seated breathing practices designed to calm the nervous system and promote self-awareness. This is particularly important during the uncertainty or our times, no matter what…